Somerset Patriots Honor First Responders at Sept. 11th Game

By MARC RUSSINOFF

September 11, 2019 at 1:29 PM

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The Somerset Patriots will honor first responders at the Sept. 11th game at TD Bank Ballpark.The Somerset Patriots will honor first responders at the Sept. 11th game at TD Bank Ballpark. Credits: Courtesy Somerset Patriots

By MARC RUSSINOFF

September 11, 2019 at 1:29 PM

BRIDGEWATER, NJ- The Somerset Patriots will honor first responders at the Wednesday, Sept. 11th game at TD Bank Ballpark. First pitch against the Sugar Land Skeeters is scheduled for 6:35 pm.

All first responders will receive a complimentary ticket to the game and their family members and friends will receive discounted $5 Upper Box tickets. To participate in the event, contact Matt Hayden at mhayden@somersetpatriots.com or (908) 252-0700 ext. 304.

There will be a pre-game ceremony on the field beginning at approximately 6:10 pm. The team will honor police officers, firefighters, and EMT’s that were called to action on Sept.11, 2001 as well as for every day that they protect and help those in our communities.

“It’s important to us to recognize the efforts of first responders to serve and protect our communities every day,” said Somerset Patriots President/General Manager Patrick McVerry. “These are the men and women that keep us safe, that are always on call, and selflessly run towards danger when needed so others are out of harm’s way. It’s our privilege to welcome them as our guests to enjoy a night out with their family and friends.”

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